Following Chuck Eidson’s arrival earlier this month, Regal Barça’s second signing for the 2011-12 season is Xavi Rabaseda. The Catalan guard, born in Ripoll 22 years ago, joined the Club in 2002 as a child and he made a meteoric rise through the ranks to make his debut with the first team in April 2009, whilst he was still playing for Cornella. The following season he played in four games for the first team and was then sent out on loan to Fuenlabrada last year.

Great season at Fuenlabrada

Rabaseda was a sensation at Fuenlabrada, playing in 33 ACB games and averaging 8.6 points and 2.4 rebounds over 22 minutes a game. His best score was 22 points, with a 23 point valuation – against Unicaja in the third game of the season. He was nominated as one of the five best newcomers to the league last season.

Skilful and strong

Xavi Rabaseda has represented Spain at all levels except the first team and his strength and athleticism have helped to make him a good shooter and a player able to finish off his attacks with great smashes. Barça’s latest signing has been taking part in various workouts with NBA teams over recent days.